Solae's soy proteins can be an exceptional alternative to traditional dairy proteins for food manufacturers. Due to the nutritional, economic and functional benefits, Solae's soy ingredients can be used in a variety of applications.
Soy is a complete, high-quality, plant protein, equal to that of dairy protein, with a host of nutritional benefits:
- Heart-healthy and cholesterol-free, supported by a FDA heart-health claim
- Complete, high-quality protein which helps support muscle mass, sustained energy and satiety
- Lactose-free, dairy-free, relevant to certain consumer targets with lactose intolerance or dairy protein allergy
- Low in saturated fat
- Vegetarian
Soy protein is a more cost-effective alternative to dairy proteins, offering protein cost savings and greater price and supply stability. Solae's products can help food manufacturers
maximize their profitability, reduce unit costs and improve margins. Because soy benefits from more stable and predictable pricing and supply versus other dairy proteins, Solae can help
reduce cost and supply volatility in manufacturers' ingredient procurement efforts.
From a product functionality standpoint, soy proteins can be tailored to offer similar or improved performance versus dairy proteins in a wide range of applications, including these key functional properties:
- Viscosity (soy yogurt, soy desserts, spreads)
- Emulsion capacity (tofu, soy desserts, coffee creamers, margarine)
- Improved texture and mouthfeel (soy yogurt, nutrition bars, tofu)
- Solubility (soy milk, soy yogurt, soy desserts)
- Thermostability (vegetarian solutions, baked goods)
- Enhanced protein content (baked goods, meat and vegetarian solutions, nutrition bars, beverages, infant formula)
Solae offers extensive
capabilities, including technical expertise, sensory capabilities, marketing resources and quality assurance, to support food manufacturers in the development, formulation and positioning of
beverages. Solae gives customers the satisfaction and peace of mind that Solae products arrive only after undergoing stringent safety and
quality procedures. Solae is the industry leader in quality and safety, and sets the standard for consistent protein ingredients.